Audi R8 I 1 owners manual page 157

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document_0900452a816e6cc9.book Seite 155 Mittwoch, 21. Februar 2007 1:32 13 Checking and topping up fluids 155 Checking and topping up fluids Engine lid Working on components in the engine compartment Opening the engine lid Extra caution is necessary when working on components The engine lid is released from inside the vehicle. in the engine compartment. Always be aware of the danger of in jury and scalding as well as the risk of accident or fire when working in the engine compartment (e.g. when checking and refilling fluids). Always observe the warn- ings listed below and follow all normal safety precautions. The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a potentially hazardous area ⇒ . Fig. 115 Detail of foot-WARNING well on driver's side: • Switch off the engine. Release lever • Apply the handbrake firmly. – Open the driver's door. • Put the gear lever in neutral or the R tronic selector lever in N. – Make sure that the rear spoiler is retracted ⇒ page 134.• Remove the ignition key. – To release the engine lid, pull the lever under the dash-• Wait for the engine to cool down. board ⇒fig. 115. • Keep children away from engine compartment. – Open the engine lid ⇒. • Never spill fluids on hot engine components. These fluids can cause a fire (e.g. radiator anti-freeze). The engine lid is held open by two gas-filled struts.• Take care not to cause short circuits in the electrical system, especially when working on the battery. WARNING • Do not unscrew the cap on the expansion tank when the engine is hot. The cooling system is under pressure. To avoid the risk of being scalded, never open the engine lid if you • Protect face, hands and arms by covering the cap with a large, see steam or coolant escaping from the engine compartment. thick rag to protect against escaping coolant and steam. Wait until no steam or coolant can be seen before opening the • If any tests have to be performed with the engine running, engine lid. there is an extra safety risk from the rotating parts, such as the Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data

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